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Watermelon Salsa

Refreshing Watermelon Salsa That Will Wow Your Summer Gatherings

This Watermelon Salsa is a refreshing dish perfect for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 50
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Watermelon Bowl
  • 1 personal-sized seedless watermelon Perfect as an aesthetic bowl and easy to serve in.
For the Salsa
  • 1 cup diced watermelon Adds a burst of sweetness and juiciness; swap with cantaloupe for a change of pace.
  • 1 cup diced cucumber Offers a refreshing crunch; no need to peel, but use an English cucumber for best results.
  • 1 cup diced bell peppers Enhances color and variety; mix any colors you like for a vibrant look.
  • ½ cup diced red onion Provides tangy flavor; green onions can be used for a milder version.
  • ⅓ cup chopped fresh cilantro Elevates freshness; optional for cilantro-averse pals.
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice Brightens the flavors; freshly squeezed is ideal, but bottled works too.
  • 1 tablespoon minced jalapeño pepper Optional; adds a spicy kick; adjust based on your heat preference.
  • ¼ teaspoon salt Perfecting the overall taste of your Watermelon Salsa.
  • ⅛ teaspoon black pepper Perfecting the overall taste of your Watermelon Salsa.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • sharp knife
  • spoon

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Prepare Watermelon Bowl: Place your personal-sized seedless watermelon on its side. Cut off the top quarter to a third, then create a crosshatch pattern in the flesh without piercing the rind.
  2. Scoop Out the Flesh: Cut around the inside edge of the watermelon to detach the flesh from the rind. Scoop out the watermelon pieces with a spoon, saving the flesh for the salsa.
  3. Assemble Salsa Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine the diced watermelon, cucumber, bell peppers, red onion, and chopped cilantro. Include the minced jalapeño, lime juice, salt, and black pepper.
  4. Mix and Taste: Stir the ingredients together until well-combined. Adjust lime juice, salt, or pepper to suit your preferences.
  5. Serve in Watermelon Bowl: Scoop the mixture back into the hollowed watermelon shell and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 50kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 1gSodium: 10mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 450IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.3mg

Notes

For the best flavor experience, consume your Watermelon Salsa fresh. Make sure to select a heavy seedless watermelon for juiciness.

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